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Old Sep 14, 2011 | 12:26 PM
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I have searched the forum but I have not been able to narrowed it down. A few months ago, I installed the biketronics hertz 6.5" speakers on my 2011 FLHX. I believe they are rated at 3 ohms. I retained the stock HK unit. The sound improved especially at high speed but now I would like a richer and fuller sound. So I am thinking to add an amp without breaking the bank. I am leaning with an elf or an arc. I am hearing the new RF amp has some heat issues. I would like to keep the cost around $ 250. What would you suggest to get the most bang for the bucks?
 
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Old Sep 14, 2011 | 12:30 PM
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jl audio xd200/2

I have an arc mini now and am going to switch......Arc is over rated..
 
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I have got the same speakers as you and Elf audio at 200 bucks or less is a steal.
 
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I have the Arc Mini that I bought on flea bay for $175 and its a nice amp.

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Old Sep 14, 2011 | 03:22 PM
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Thanks guys. That is why is so confusing sometimes. SG Mike and Cool, you guys have have conflicting views on the arc. Maybe I should have started a poll.
 
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hawg-wired but you're going to pay more than 250 bucks you get what you pay for.
 
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Arc mini is a great unit at a great price
 
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For the money the ARC amp is a nice amp with 6.5 inch Hertz speakers.
 
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I love the arc mini with hertz combo!
 
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Someone had a thread on brand new amps the other day. The numbers looked good for sure.
 
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